Effects of Climate Change: Impacts on Environment and Society

Question 1

What is a potential impact of rising sea levels caused by climate change?

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Increased risk of coastal flooding and erosion

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Enhanced coastal tourism opportunities

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Reduced salinity levels in the ocean

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Improved growth and development of coral reefs

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of rising sea levels?

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Improved crop yields

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Coastal erosion

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Increased flooding

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Loss of coastal ecosystems

Question 3

What's the main purpose of using adaptation strategies in response to climate change?

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Increase resilience and adjust to the current and expected effects of climate change

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Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow climate change

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Get rid of the need for mitigation efforts

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Stop climate change completely

Question 4

Which of the following actions would have a negative impact on the environment?

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Burning fossil fuels

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Planting trees

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Using public transportation

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Reducing energy consumption

Question 5

Which of the following consequences is NOT associated with deforestation?

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Improved air quality

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Loss of biodiversity

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Soil erosion

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Increased carbon emissions

Question 6

What does the term 'carbon footprint' refer to?

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The total amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere due to an individual's or organization's activities

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The area of land covered by forests

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The amount of energy consumed by a device

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The number of trees planted in a year

Question 7

Which economic sector is most vulnerable to the effects of climate change and why?

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Agriculture

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Manufacturing

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Services

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Transportation

Question 8

How do greenhouse gases cause the greenhouse effect and global warming?

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Greenhouse gases trap heat radiated from Earth's surface, preventing it from escaping into space.

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Greenhouse gases reflect solar radiation back into space, reducing heat reaching Earth.

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Greenhouse gases have no effect on Earth's temperature.

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Greenhouse gases absorb ultraviolet radiation from the sun, increasing heat reaching Earth.

Question 9

How does climate change affect the distribution and health of plant species? Provide specific examples to support your answer.

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Climate change alters the distribution of plant species, with some species expanding their ranges while others face decline due to changing environmental conditions.

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Climate change has no discernible impact on the distribution or health of plant species.

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Climate change only benefits plant species by expanding their ranges.

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Climate change affects plant distribution but has minimal impact on their overall health.

Question 10

How can the ethical responsibilities of developed nations in mitigating climate change be balanced with the vulnerabilities of developing nations that are disproportionately affected by its impacts?

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International cooperation and collective action.

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Developed nations solely funding climate mitigation efforts.

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Developing nations prioritizing economic growth over climate mitigation.

Question 11

Which energy source produces the least amount of greenhouse gases?

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Solar energy

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Nuclear energy

Question 12

Which of the following gases is NOT a primary greenhouse gas contributing to climate change?

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Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Nitrous oxide

Question 13

Which sector is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and faces challenges in adapting?

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Agriculture

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Healthcare

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Manufacturing

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Transportation

Question 14

According to the Paris Agreement, what is the target global temperature rise limit?

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1.5 degrees Celsius

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2 degrees Celsius

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2.5 degrees Celsius

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3 degrees Celsius

Question 15

To tackle climate change and its global effects, what is the main reason for international cooperation?

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Sharing knowledge and conducting scientific research

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Strengthening diplomatic ties between countries

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Creating global trade agreements

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Resolving conflicts between countries

Question 16

What is the primary human activity that has caused the increase in greenhouse gas emissions in recent years?

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Burning of fossil fuels

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Volcanic eruptions

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Deforestation

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Changes in solar activity

Question 17

Examine the scientific validity of arguments commonly put forth by individuals who reject the scientific consensus on climate change. Provide evidence and reasoning to support your evaluation.

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Climate change deniers present arguments that lack support from the vast majority of scientific research.

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Climate change deniers present scientifically sound arguments that challenge the consensus view on human-induced climate change.

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Climate change deniers present arguments that align with the scientific consensus on human-induced climate change.

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The scientific validity of arguments presented by climate change deniers remains uncertain and requires further investigation.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a primary contributor to climate change?

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Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Methane

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Nitrous oxide

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a predicted consequence of rising sea levels?

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Improved air quality

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Increased coastal erosion

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Salinization of freshwater sources

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Displacement of coastal communities

Question 20

Which greenhouse gas has the greatest contribution to climate change?

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Carbon dioxide

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Water vapor

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Nitrous oxide

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Methane

Question 21

What term describes the long-term average pattern of weather conditions in a specific region?

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Climate

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Climate change

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Weather

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Atmosphere

Question 22

Which energy source is renewable and does not produce greenhouse gases?

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Solar power

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Nuclear energy

Question 23

What is the name of the international agreement that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

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Paris Agreement

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Kyoto Protocol

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Montreal Protocol

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Basel Convention

Question 24

What is the primary factor driving the increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events?

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Rising global temperatures

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Changes in precipitation patterns

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Deforestation

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Urbanization

Question 25

What is the role of feedback mechanisms in the climate system?

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To amplify or dampen the effects of climate change

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To accurately predict future climate conditions

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To minimize the impact of human activities on climate

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To negate the need for scientific research on climate change

Question 26

How does climate change education empower communities?

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Raises awareness and fosters understanding of climate change

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Helps communities develop and implement adaptation and mitigation strategies

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Has no empowering effects on communities

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of climate change?

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Improved air quality

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Rising sea levels

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Increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events

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Loss of biodiversity

Question 28

What is the most significant greenhouse gas emitted by human activities?

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Nitrogen

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Methane

Question 29

What is the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)?

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A United Nations body that assesses the science behind climate change

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An American think tank that advocates for climate action

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A European Union agency that regulates carbon emissions

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A group of scientists who study the effects of climate change on endangered species

Question 30

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

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Solar

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Coal

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Natural Gas

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Nuclear

Question 31

What is the primary objective of the Paris Agreement?

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To limit global temperature rise to well below 2 degrees Celsius

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To mandate carbon emissions reductions for all countries

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To implement a global carbon tax

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To ban the use of fossil fuels

Question 32

What is the Kyoto Protocol?

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An international agreement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions

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A United Nations resolution calling for action on climate change

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A European Union treaty on energy policy

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A scientific report on the causes and consequences of climate change

Question 33

Which of the following greenhouse gases primarily contributes to climate change?

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Carbon dioxide

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Nitrogen

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Argon

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Oxygen

Question 34

What is the main cause of rising sea levels due to climate change?

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Melting polar ice caps

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Tectonic plate movement

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Increased rainfall

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Land subsidence

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT an extreme weather event associated with climate change?

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Earthquakes

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Heatwaves

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Floods

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Hurricanes

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of ocean acidification?

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Increased fish populations

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Enhanced ocean acidity

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Reduced shellfish productivity

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Damage to coral reefs

Question 37

Climate change raises ethical concerns. How does the idea of climate justice affect who should be responsible for addressing it?

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Climate justice acknowledges that those who have contributed more to climate change have a greater responsibility to address it.

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Climate change is primarily an environmental issue, with ethical implications being less significant.

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Individuals have little influence on climate change and should not be held accountable for addressing it.

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The ethical implications of climate change are too complex to be effectively addressed.

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a potential impact of climate change on global water security?

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Reduced water quality due to increased industrial pollution

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Altered precipitation patterns, leading to increased droughts and floods in some areas

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Increased contamination of water sources due to extreme weather events

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Shifts in the distribution and abundance of aquatic species

Question 39

Which gas is a major contributor to global warming because it traps heat in the atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide

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Nitrogen

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Oxygen

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Hydrogen

Question 40

Which of these gases is a major contributor to climate change caused by human activities?

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Nitrogen

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Water vapor

Question 41

Which of the following is a primary cause of human-induced climate change?

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Burning fossil fuels

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Volcanic eruptions

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Solar activity

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Ocean currents

Question 42

What is the predominant greenhouse gas emitted by human activities?

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Helium

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Methane

Question 43

Which of the following is a potential impact of climate change on ecosystems?

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Species extinction

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Increased biodiversity in all ecosystems

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Universal enhanced crop yields

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Reduced risk of wildfires

Question 44

What is the primary mechanism by which rising sea levels pose a threat to coastal communities?

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Flooding and erosion

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Improved air quality

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Increased tourism opportunities

Question 45

What is a potential adaptation strategy to reduce the impacts of climate change on agriculture?

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Developing drought-resistant crops

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Expanding farmland acreage

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Reducing fertilizer use

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Increasing water consumption

Question 46

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is primarily responsible for:

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Assessing scientific evidence and providing advice on climate change.

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Providing financial assistance to climate research projects.

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Advocating for climate action.

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Negotiating and implementing climate agreements.

Question 47

Which of the following is an individual action that can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions?

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Using public transportation or carpooling.

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Eating a diet rich in meat.

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Burning wood or coal for heat.

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Frequently flying on airplanes.

Question 48

According to the Paris Agreement, the ultimate goal is to limit global temperature rise to:

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Well below 2 degrees Celsius, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

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Zero degrees Celsius, eliminating all greenhouse gas emissions.

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Providing financial assistance to developing countries for climate adaptation.

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a potential impact of climate change?

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Increased crop yields in all regions.

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More frequent and severe heat waves.

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Increased intensity and frequency of hurricanes and storms.

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Rising sea levels leading to coastal erosion.

Question 50

The primary cause of human-induced climate change is:

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The release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

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Increased volcanic eruptions.

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Variations in solar activity.

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Changes in the Earth's orbit.

Question 51

Which of the following is a major consequence of rising sea levels?

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Increased coastal erosion and flooding.

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Increased coastal tourism.

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Improved coastal fisheries.

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Decreased ocean salinity.

Question 52

A positive feedback loop in the climate system is a process that:

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Leads to an increase in a particular climate-related factor, which in turn intensifies the original factor.

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Decreases a particular climate-related factor, which in turn reduces the original factor.

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Remains constant over time, regardless of changes in other climate-related factors.

Question 53

The main reason for the projected increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events is:

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The increase in energy available in the atmosphere due to warmer temperatures.

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Reduced precipitation.

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Changes in wind patterns.

Question 54

Which of the following sectors is likely to be most severely impacted by climate change?

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Agriculture and food production.

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Healthcare.

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Manufacturing.

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Education.

Question 55

The primary purpose of mitigation strategies in addressing climate change is to:

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Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow the rate of global warming.

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Adapt to the unavoidable consequences of climate change.

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Compensate for the negative impacts of climate change.